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FM 7

2002 BMW Z8

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

21,212 mi
Last recorded21,212 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW Z815,951 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM 7
MakeBMW
ModelZ8
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 21,212 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 20,999 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 20,925 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 20,545 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 20,313 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 20,031 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 19,358 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 19,662 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 18,022 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 17,273 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine covers fitted

sill covers fitted

undersheilds fitted

Fail 12 Apr 2016 17,273 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine covers fitted

sill covers fitted

undersheilds fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2015 15,987 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 14,595 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 10,433 miles

How Reliable is the BMW Z8?

Based on 1,980 MOT tests across 203 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
478
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
203
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
position lamp(s) not working 18
Headlamp cleaning device inoperative 15
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 10
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FM 7 is a 2002 BMW Z8 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2002 BMW Z8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 15,951 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW Z8 fails its MOT is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM 7, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW Z8 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this BMW Z8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FM 7?

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What year was FM 7 registered?

FM 7 is a 2002 BMW Z8, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is FM 7 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM 7 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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